The colors are unbe-leaf-able. | Photo by the City of Greenville
As the weather gets warmer, and our allergies flare up, let’s cling to the best parts of spring in our city. We’re rounding up places to admire, plant, and pick-your-own blooms this season.
Pick-your-own flowers
Take crafting your own bouquet to the next level by picking your own flowers from these Upstate spots.
Thompson Family Farms | Stroll the blooming tulip fields filled with 100,000+ flowers as you cut your stems and place them in your basket.
Dirt & Grit | Pick tulips from the 70,000+ stems and daffodils from the 5,000+ stems from now until they are sold out.
Sassafras | Starting in May, enjoy u-pick on select nights as you enjoy live music in the flower fields.
Callaham Orchards | Check this farm’s Facebook to confirm u-pick tulips are available when you want to visit.
Beautification: The Environmental Legacy of Lady Bird Johnson | Saturday, March 15-Sunday, Sept. 7 | Times vary | Upcountry History Museum | $0+ | It’s opening day for this new exhibit by the LBJ Presidential Library, highlighting the life and legacy of the former first lady who championed environmental conservation.
“Shucked” | Saturday, March 15-Sunday, March 16 | Times vary | Peace Center, Greenville | $50+ | Catch this Tony Award-winning musical about a woman who leaves her small town to find a solution to a corn blight.
Sunday, March 16
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration | 1-7 p.m. | Fireforge Crafted Beer | Free entry | Sip on a beer specials and dine on bangers and mash as you listen to Celtic pub rock music from Drop O’ the Pure.
St. Patrick’s Day Game | 3:05 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $31+ | Don’t be full of blarney and come watch the Swamp Rabbits whack away at the puck with their shillelaghs on St Patrick’s Day.
Furman Singers home concert | 5-6:30 p.m. | Daniel Memorial Chapel | Free | The Furman Department of Music will perform its tour repertoire for the last time.
This festival celebrates Mount Pleasant’s rich shrimping and fishing heritage. | Photos provided by Experience Mount Pleasant
Nothing says “vacation mode” likefresh seafood by the water.
The annual Blessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival in Mount Pleasant, SC — just a ~3-hour drive from Greenville —invites you to soak up some fun in the Lowcountry on Sunday, April 27.
From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., watch local shrimp boats parade through Charleston Harbor for a traditional blessing, then dig into fresh, wild-caught seafood from local restaurants and food vendors.
While you’re there, check out:
A craft show + juried art exhibition by the Mount Pleasant Artists Guild, where you can browse and purchase one-of-a-kind works of art
With the stunning Charleston Harbor and Ravenel Bridge as your backdrop, this free festival is a must for seafood lovers and anyone looking to spend the perfect day by the water.
There is an updated timeline for severe weather this weekend. According to local meteorologists, Greenvillians could see damaging winds and tornadoes on Sunday. (FOX Carolina)
Coming Soon
The Black Sheep, a fine dining restaurant, will open this summer at the corner of North Main and Sone (in the former Two Chefs location). Owner and Chef Danielle Grigorian says The Black Sheep is a reflection of her family’s culture, her passion for food, and her love for design. Learn more.
Open
Cabanas Latin Cantina & Daiquiri Bar is now open on the rooftop above City Market at BridgeWay Station. Sip on frozen drinks and save the date for salsa night on Saturday, March 22 + a grand opening celebration on Saturday, April 5.
Development
What’s next with Honor Tower construction? Right now, contractors are adding the steel structural support around the stairs that will hold nearly 1,000 reflective aluminum slats on the tower’s exterior. If laid end to end, that’s almost three miles of aluminum.
Today Is
Pi Day — an annual celebration of the mathematical term Pi. Celebrate with a sweet slice from a local pie shop, or peruse our local pizza guide for a savory ceremony.
Eat
Speaking of pizza spots, one of City Editor Danielle’s favorites has a new menu, but you can only grab it two hours a day on Tuesday through Friday. The Myles’ Midday Menu at Myles’ Pizza is available from 3 to 5 p.m. and features exclusive items like the must-try pepperoni pizza pretzel.
Small Biz
Own a small business in town? Let us highlight you in our Small Business Week coverage from Sunday, May 4 to Saturday, May 10. Plus, you can offer a deal, a limited menu item, or host a special event for our readers to enjoy. Join us by filling out this form by Sunday, March 16.
Festival
Kick off the Greenville Drive’s 20th season tomorrow, March 15 during Fan Fest, presented by TD SYNNEX — a free day of family-friendly fun at Fluor Field. From 12-4 p.m., enjoy live music, activities for kids, tasty bites, merch deals, a high school baseball doubleheader, and more.*
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Operations managers keep things running smoothly. | Photo provided by Greenville Technical College
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Tomorrow is National Espresso Martini Day. There are so many places to grab a good one in Greenville, but my personal favorite is The Vista. Well, Paloma is a close second. Curean is up there, too. I mean you can’t go wrong with Coral... OK — maybe I have more than one personal favorite.
Use the poll below to help me choose where to celebrate tomorrow.
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